Module 08: Dietary Management of Common Medical Conditions

Question 1

This is an adverse reaction caused by abnormal immunologic response following the ingestion of a food.

Answer 1

Food Allergy

Question 2

This is any protein or any modified protein including protein fraction that is derived from the following food: peanuts, tree nuts wheat, eggs, milk, soybeans, fish, and shellfish.

Answer 2

Food Allergen

Question 3

Characterize a diet for allergies, food sensitivities, and intolerances.

Answer 3

These are diets that eliminate or restrict a single food or many different foods or substances found in food, which triggers or suspected to cause adverse reaction or hypersensitivity response.

Question 4

What is the usage indication of diet for allergies?

Answer 4

Patients with hypersensitivity reactions to certain foods.

Question 5

What are the general classifications of allergens?

Answer 5

(A) Milk and milk products
(B) Wheat and wheat products
(C) Eggs
(D) Soy and soy products
(E) Peanuts and tree nuts
(F) Shellfish

Question 6

This type of diet is the restriction of food containing gluten (protein) found in wheat, oats, rye, buckwheat, and barley.

Answer 6

Gluten Free Diet

Question 7

What is the usage indication of a gluten free diet?

Answer 7

(A) Celiac Disease
(B) Non-Tropical Sprue

Question 8

This type of diet limits lactose contained in milk and milk products.

Answer 8

Lactose Free Diet

Question 9

What is the usage indication of a lactose free diet?

Answer 9

(A) Colitis
(B) Celiac Disease
(C) Chron’s Disease

Question 10

What should be the dietary modification for peptic ulcer (upper gastrointestinal tract disorders)?

Answer 10

Aims to reduce acid production, prevent heartburn, and decrease irritation.

Question 11

What are the foods allowed for patients with peptic ulcer (upper gastrointestinal tract disorders)?

Answer 11

(A) Whole grains, fresh, canned fruits and vegetables
(B) Low fat milk and milk products
(C) Lean meats, low fat dressings and margarine
(D) Gelatin and sherbets, angel food cake

Question 12

What are the foods not allowed for patients with peptic ulcer (upper gastrointestinal tract disorders)?

Answer 12

(A) Croissants and biscuits
(B) Raw fruits and vegetables
(C) Whole milk
(D) Highly seasoned meats, fried meats
(E) Gravies, meat soups, highly seasoned salad dressings
(F) High fat snacks
(G) Alcoholic beverages, coffee, tea

Question 13

What should be the dietary modification for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) (upper gastrointestinal tract disorders)?

Answer 13

Low fat intake and decrease total calorie intake; Avoid large meals

Question 14

What are the foods to be avoided for patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) (upper gastrointestinal tract disorders)?

Answer 14

Irritants
(A) Citrus juice
(B) Alcohol
(C) Carbonated beverages
(D) Mint
(E) Chocolate and coffee

Question 15

What should be the dietary modification for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) (lower gastrointestinal tract disorders)?

Answer 15

Low fat intake and decreased total calorie intake; Avoid large meals

Question 16

What are the foods to be avoided for patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) (lower gastrointestinal tract disorders)?

Answer 16

Irritants
(A) Citrus juice and alcohol
(B) Carbonated beverages
(C) Mint
(D) Chocolate and coffee

Question 17

What should be the dietary modification for chronic constipation (lower gastrointestinal tract disorders)?

Answer 17

High in fiber, increased water intake

Question 18

What should be the dietary intake of patients with liver and pancreatic disorders?

Answer 18

High in Fiber

Question 19

What are the foods allowed for patients with liver and pancreatic disorders?

Answer 19

Whole grain, fruits and vegetables, legumes and non dairy, lean cuts.

Question 20

Characterize the diet for patients with diabetes mellitus and their dietary intake.

Answer 20

Diets for these patients are individualized.
Dietary Intake: Decrease in calorie intake (obese)

Question 21

What are the foods that should be avoided by patients with diabetes mellitus?

Answer 21

Concentrated sweets

Question 22

What are the foods allowed for patients with thyroid related disorder?

Answer 22

Protein foods such as eggs, meats, fish, fruits (berries) and vegetables (cruciferous when cooked).

Question 23

What are the foods to be avoided by patients who have thyroid related disorders?

Answer 23

Goitrogens